sustainability Flashcards
1
Q
what does conservation involve?
A
preserving plants and animals and the habitats they live in
2
Q
why do people think this is important?
A
protect our food supply
protect damage to food chains
protect plant and animals that could be used for medicines
tourism
3
Q
what do people need to consider when preserving animals and plants?
A
size of population
number of suitable habitats
how much competition with other species
4
Q
why are some whales kept in captivity?
A
captive breeding
tourism
5
Q
what does sustainable development mean?`
A
taking enough reources from the environment for current needs, no damage to environment
6
Q
give an example?
A
woods are replanted to keep us supplied
enough fish left to breed, fishing quotes
